Photos: Larry Hagman through the years

Actor Larry Hagman, who won international fame with his portrayal of villainous oilman J.R. Ewing in the television series "Dallas," died at the age of 81 from complications of cancer.

Actor Larry Hagman, who won international fame with his portrayal of villainous oilman J.R. Ewing in the television series "Dallas," died at the age of 81 from complications of cancer. (Jason Merritt/Getty Images)